Five arrested in connection with a series of robberies in Dunstable and Leagrave

Crime

Published:12:05Monday 07 November 2016

Bedfordshire Police is continuing to investigate two separate series of robberies in Dunstable and Leagrave.

A total of five arrests have been made in relation to the incidents, which took place around the busway near the White Lion Retail Park, Dunstable, and against taxi drivers in Leagrave.

The two series are not believed to be directly linked and so far three people have been arrested in relation to attacks against taxi drivers. Two people have been arrested in connection with the busway incidents.

All five have been released on bail while officers continue to investigate the robberies.

The frequency of the incidents has now dropped, but the police are urging the public to remain aware of their surroundings, keep valuables and other personal belongings close to them and out of sight, and to not attempt to intervene or fight back as they may put themselves at increased risk of harm.

Bedfordshire Police has offered these advice points to the public:

• Don’t make yourself a target. Keep your mobile and other valuables out of sight, and avoid carrying excessive amounts of cash.